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Crypto Firms Challenge Regulators in Court

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago


Recently, there has been a surge in legal battles between crypto companies, developers, and government agencies over new legislative initiatives and their impact on the industry.

Developer Challenges from DOJ

Michael Lewellen, a crypto developer and Coin Center fellow, filed a lawsuit against US Attorney General Merrick Garland seeking clarity on the legal status of his crowdfunding software Pharos. Lewellen argues that his software complies with money-transmitting laws as it does not control user cryptocurrencies. Coin Center supports Lewellen's case, emphasizing the need for legal clarity to foster crypto innovation.

Tech Groups vs CFPB

Trade groups TechNet and NetChoice recently filed a lawsuit against the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) challenging a new regulation that extends oversight to payment apps. They argue that this move hinders innovation and increases costs. The CFPB defends the regulation as a measure to protect consumer data and reduce fraud.

Class-Action Against Pump.fun

Burwick Law announced plans for a class-action lawsuit against the Solana-based platform Pump.fun for exploitative practices. The firm accuses Pump.fun of profiting from harmful content and misleading users. The platform had earlier faced criticism and was restricted in the UK following scam complaints.

These legal disputes highlight the growing tension between crypto companies and regulators, indicating a need for clearer legal frameworks to support innovation in the crypto space.

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